Cummins faces a federal charge for crossing state lines and charges in Tennessee for aggravated kidnapping and sexual contact with a minor.

“Every indication is that Elizabeth Thomas is doing just fine physically. However, there are still a lot of questions that we have,” DeVine said. “Obviously, we want to make sure that she’s getting the best care, and make sure that across the board she’s in the best state possible before she gets home to Tennessee.”

Authorities said Thomas would be returning to Tennessee on a TBI aircraft.

"Right now she is literally enroute," said attorney Jason Whatley on Friday morning. "I don't want to disclose yet when she's going to be here because obviously, our goal is to seclude Elizabeth with her family."

DeVine said he did not know if Cummins was talking with investigators in California.

Cummins told police, "I'm glad this is over," according to the TODAY Show.